The Bulldogs' last two starting fullbacks enrolled in school on
their own dime, played well enough to earn scholarships and went on
to get picked in the NFL draft.

Now, it's Thomas and Smith who are carrying on what is rapidly
becoming a proud Georgia tradition: the walk-on fullback.

"You've got to fight a lot of battles," Thomas said. "It's
good to see guys who aren't that hyped be able to come in and make
a place for themselves. It should be inspirational to everybody who
has heard someone say they can't do something."